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L268 UMA

1993 Vauxhall Calibra

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2025
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

116,361 mi
Last recorded116,361 miles
Recorded on23 May 2024
Typical for 1993 Vauxhall Calibra115,272 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL268 UMA
MakeVauxhall
ModelCalibra
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 May 2024 116,361 miles
Pass 23 May 2023 114,039 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2022 113,866 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2021 113,276 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2019 113,265 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 112,781 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 112,735 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2016 112,735 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 10 Nov 2014 112,454 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2010 112,249 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

front tyres wearimg inner edge

Pass 1 Jul 2008 110,593 miles
Fail 23 May 2008 110,593 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Fail 12 Apr 2008 110,534 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 19 Sep 2006 103,897 miles

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Calibra?

Based on 112,779 MOT tests across 20,208 vehicles.

63.2%
Pass Rate
4,285
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
20,208
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 10,228
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 9,240
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 6,258
Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded 5,626
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 4,357
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L268 UMA is a 1993 Vauxhall Calibra in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1993 Vauxhall Calibra models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.7% with a typical mileage of 115,272 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Vauxhall Calibra fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 10,228 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L268 UMA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Calibra typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 33 years old, this Vauxhall Calibra is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L268 UMA registered?

L268 UMA is a 1993 Vauxhall Calibra, first registered on 1 August 1993.

Is L268 UMA safe to buy?

The MOT history for L268 UMA shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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